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Climate Change Impacts on Forest Ecosystems: Sensitivity Assessment in the Imereti Region (Georgia)

byMagdana Kvabziridze; Nana Bliadze

Published June 3, 2026  •  Vol. 11, Issue 5, pp. 1155–1158Open Access
DOI: 10.51584/IJRIAS.2026.11050101

Abstract

The preservation of forest ecosystems is a critical component of global environmental sustainability, particularly under conditions of accelerating climate change. This study assesses the sensitivity of forest ecosystems in the Imereti region of Georgia to climatic variability and anthropogenic pressures. Using indicator-based analysis, including forest fire frequency and forest area dynamics, the research identifies key threats such as rising temperatures, increased drought frequency, pest outbreaks, and forest degradation. The findings indicate a high level of ecosystem vulnerability and highlight the urgent need for sustainable forest management strategies.

Keywords: Forest ecosystems; Climate change

JournalInternational Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS)
ISSN2454-6194
Volume / IssueVolume 11, Issue 5
Pages1155–1158
Publication dateJune 3, 2026
DOI10.51584/IJRIAS.2026.11050101
PublisherRSIS International
LicenseOpen Access

How to cite this article

Magdana Kvabziridze, & Nana Bliadze (2026). Climate Change Impacts on Forest Ecosystems: Sensitivity Assessment in the Imereti Region (Georgia). International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS), 11(5), 1155-1158. https://doi.org/10.51584/IJRIAS.2026.11050101

BibTeX

@article{Magdana2026,
  title   = {Climate Change Impacts on Forest Ecosystems: Sensitivity Assessment in the Imereti Region (Georgia)},
  author  = {Magdana Kvabziridze and Nana Bliadze},
  journal = {International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS)},
  volume  = {11},
  number  = {5},
  pages   = {1155--1158},
  year    = {2026},
  doi     = {10.51584/IJRIAS.2026.11050101},
  publisher = {RSIS International}
}